Apple Comfort

Desserts

Years ago, we were without electricity for nine days during an ice storm, but I was able run the slow cooker from our generator. The situation called for a treat, and this has been a favorite ever since.

Average Rating: 5

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 30 min. Cook: 4 hours
YIELD: 8 servings.

Ingredients

8 medium tart apples, peeled and sliced
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 large eggs
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup butter, melted
Vanilla or cinnamon ice cream, optional

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the apples, sugar, flour and cinnamon. Spoon into a greased 3-qt. slow cooker. Whisk the eggs, cream and vanilla; pour over apple mixture. Combine the cracker crumbs, pecans and butter; sprinkle over top.
2. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until apples are tender. Serve warm, with ice cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup (calculated without ice cream): 443 calories, 25g fat (12g saturated fat), 109mg cholesterol, 133mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (42g sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein.